Alpha Powder Coating

Antimicrobial Powder Coating of Metal

If you’re looking to protect your surfaces using the highest quality material possible that will perform double-duty, powder coating provides the optimal balance of strength, dependability, and affordability. Unlike many other finishes that chip and flake due to the effects … Continue reading →

What Do I Need To Do To Prep My Rims Before Powder Coating?

Powder coating your rims is a great way to update a truck, car or motorcycle. Generally, custom coaters can offer services dismount and pre-prep services like d

What does having a red door mean?

What does having a red door mean? Why you would paint your door red

Benefits of Powder Coating for Metal Components and Equipment

Our fabrication experts can provide you with state-of-the-art powder coating services that can allow your company to streamline its processes.

Why does powder coating matter for metal and antique restoration?

powder coating matters because increased consumer demand will drive old metal and antiques in restoring, fueling the circular economy

Avoid Problems When Powder Coating

What to cover with your powder coater The most overlooked aspect of powder coating is knowing the level of restoration you're going to get for that perfect powder coat finish. When going to your local coater be sure to ask how they go about restoring your project.

What Do I Need To Do To Prep My Rims Before Powder Coating?

Powder coating your rims is a great way to update a truck, car or motorcycle. Generally, custom coaters can offer services dismount and pre-prep services like de-greasing but it is always good to ask beforehand.

Anodising Vs powder coating: Which is better for aluminium surface treatments?

Woodform Architectural evaluates the most suitable coating systems for aluminium profiles by examining their advantages and disadvantages.

Gas Oven or Electric Oven for Powder Coating ?

The question often comes up about gas ovens versus electric ovens. I’m updating an older post on how to powder coat concerning a question I received from a powder coating class student. I thought it would be great to share here: “Hi Joey, i’ve been trying to figuring out a budget to start a new powder coating service of my own, i am stuck in the oven? i have no idea which are better or cheaper and even where to get them (…

How to Mix Metal Finishes in the Bathroom

Make a clean break with one-dimensional bathroom finishes by pairing nickel, silver and bronze hardware and fixtures

What Industries Need Metal Finishing?

Do you use metal finishing in your industry? Take a look at who uses metal finishing—you might interact with it more than you realized! Aerospace Jet plane

Stop Detecting Leaks and Start Solving the Problem with Epoxy Pipe Lining

Every time your old copper, brass or galvanized steel pipes spring a leak, they are costing you money; epoxy pipe lining provides a solution.

A.C.F. Howell metal finishers is a shrine to shine

One of the most satisfying parts of a restoration is a trip to collect freshly rechromed parts from the shop—and no one does it better than A.C.F. Howell.

Metal Roof Coating Benefits

How to select the right coating for your application

The process of coating fabrics goes back to the 18th century with the production of oilcloth. Fabric was coated with linseed oil; thus the fabric was made water resistant. The coating of a fabric

Probiotics and Enteric Coatings: What’s the Story?

If you want to reap the many health benefits of probiotic supplements, be sure to choose one that is enteric coated.

What are the differences between liquid-applied membranes and coatings?

AIA partner GAF explores how liquid-applied membranes and coatings differentiate by intended application.

Choose the right coating for your drill or end mill

​When selecting the right drill or end mill for your needs, choosing the right coating is critical. Coatings can affect work quality, efficiency, wasted raw materials, and improve tool lifespan. Factors to consider when choosing a tool coating.